Jimmy Buffett
Jimmy Buffett
James William "Jimmy" Buffettis an American musician, songwriter, author, actor, and businessman. He is best known for his music, which often portrays an "island escapism" lifestyle. Together with his Coral Reefer Band, Buffett has recorded hit songs including "Margaritaville"and "Come Monday". He has a devoted base of fans known as "Parrotheads"...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionMusician
Date of Birth25 December 1946
CountryUnited States of America
writing numbers sea
[Writing] is edit, edit, edit. It's almost like getting a boat ready to go to sea. You've still got a countless number of things left to fix, but you've just got to go, "O.K., everybody get on the boat. We're going, ready or not."
writing way firsts
That to me is the way any good romantic would look at his life: Live it first, then write it down before you go.
writing cuz listeners
You know, as a writer, I'm more of a listener than a writer, cuz if I hear something I will write it down.
song writing listeners
Songwriters write songs, but they really belong to the listener.
believe writing new-orleans
And you find as a writer there are certain spots on the planet where you write better than others, and I believe in that. And New Orleans is one of them.
school writing thinking
I remember the excruciating school task of writing a three-page term paper. But, oh, that feeling when I was done! I think I drive myself for that feeling of accomplishment.
writing night two
I want to keep going as I have, to travel, read, perform, write, and enjoy my family. I've promised myself only this: no more Laundromats, no more two-shows-a-night, and no more deadlines. I'll work at my own pace.
song writing self
Whether it's a letter, song lyrics, part of a novel, or instructions on how to fix a kitchen sink, it's writing. You keep your craft honed, you acquire the discipline to finish things. You turn into a self-taskmaster.
song monday writing
I've always been trying to write songs like Lightfoot. A song of mine like 'Come Monday' is a direct result of me trying to write a Gordon Lightfoot song.
call
It was a call to arms, and we responded.
dance words
Give me some words we can dance to,
circus coming great love town
I love a great show. This is a great show. This is the circus coming to town and it's great to see (Glenn) do that,
car incredible listened
I first listened to Sirius' incredible programming in my car and boat,
good life side takes time
It takes no more time to see the good side of life than it takes to see the bad.